Adult Division

Find our 2024-2025 Adult Division Schedule here. 

Find our 2024-2025 Academy Calendar here.

Find our 2025-2026 Academy Calendar here.

All schedules are subject to change.

Beginner Ballet I

Beginner Ballet I is an open class for new students to ballet. This class will introduce the basic terminology and steps needed to understand the building blocks of a ballet class. This is a great class for those who always wanted to dance ballet but didn’t have the space to be a beginner.  

Beginner Ballet II 

In this class, dancers will develop the basic technique and start to expand their terminology and use of arms and legs at the barre and the center.

Intermediate Ballet

A well-rounded class for those looking for expanded terminology and technical challenges. It is recommended that dancers are well versed in ballet terms as the pace of the class will move quicker than the beginner levels. Longer exercises with more steps are also introduced at this level.

Advanced Ballet

For those who have danced for a longer period of time and are secure with the terminology of a ballet class or, for professional dancers looking for a technical class. Advanced concepts and exercises are used in this class to further develop coordination, technicality, musicality, and agility.

BeMoved®

BeMoved® is an established dance experience that invites people of all movement abilities to experience the joy of dance. Class begins with an easy-to-follow Warm-up that infuses breath and movement in artistically choreographed sequences that activate core strength and balance while improving flexibility and coordination. The Genre section of the class uses continuous and engaging dance combinations to inspire anyone from first-time dancers to professionals. Finally, the Cool Down brings your workout full circle, leaving you balanced in mind, body, and soul - feeling rejuvenated. With 22 unique dance genres, BeMoved® inspires participants to embrace dance as a lifelong path to health, joy, and fulfillment. For more information, visit BeMovedDance.com.

Jazz

This class will explore jazz technique as a mixture of African-American social dance traditions and ballet-based vocabulary. Students will experience different styles of jazz, such as classic, contemporary, and musical theater. The warmup, across-the-floor series, and center choreography will focus on movement dynamics, alignment, musicality, technical accuracy, clarity, transitions, and expressive and powerful movement. This is an open-level class that gives beginner students the space to learn the fundamentals of jazz dance, while more advanced dancers can push their attention to detail, athleticism, and artistry.

Contemporary

This class combines classical and contemporary ideas leading dancers towards refinement of technique, a deep understanding of weight and body placement, and a strong sense of artistic integrity. Class begins on the floor and builds to two feet. You will be led through movement exercises and improvisational scores designed to strengthen both the body and mind. This class is geared toward students who are at the Intermediate/Advanced level.  

Character

Character class consists of stylized dance based on folk and national dances from across Europe and the continent. Dancers will work at the barre and with combinations in the center experiencing the artistry and musicality that is at the core of these cultural dances.  

Modern - Horton

Created by Lester Horton in the earlier half of the 20th century, the Horton technique is one of the major codified modern dance techniques. The Horton technique was designed to correct muscle imbalances, creating a balance of strength and flexibility, while enhancing a dancer's musicality, dramatic and dynamic range. Classes will emphasize alignment, technical accuracy, clarity, transitions, initiation, movement quality, risk-taking, athleticism, and the joy of motion. All dancers are welcome to experience the Horton technique. 

Pointe

Enrollment Class Series | Teacher's Approval Required

This series guides students through pre-pointe preparation and basic beginning pointe work. For the safety of the students, it is mandatory that they take two ballet technique classes a week, including the Intermediate Ballet class immediately preceding Pointe. Students interested in joining an Enrollment Class Series should express interest to Reception and their instructor. Once approved, students may register through Joffrey Reception and join the following week.

Drop-in Class: $20.00

Master Class Series Drop-in Class: $40.00

Pointe Enrollment Class Series: $135.00

10-Class Pass: $190.00

10-Class Passes are available for purchase online through Club Automation under Packages. Any class registered into after purchase of the pass will use the pass. Class passes cannot be used for private lessons. Registrations made before purchasing a pass will require separate payment. Class Passes are only valid for four (4) months. After four (4) months, any unused classes will expire. No extensions or refunds will be issued for unused classes.

Discounted Rates: Discount Rates must be requested in person prior to registration for it to be applied. Additionally, Discount Rates must be renewed at the start of each Fall Semester. 

- College Student: *Must present a valid student ID

Drop-In Class: $17.00 | 10-Class Passes: $160.00

- Senior (Age 55+): *Must present a valid form of ID

Drop-In Class: $17.00 | 10-Class Passes: $160.00

- Dance Professional: *Must present a valid union card, company ID, or copy of contract to be eligible.

Drop-In Class: $15.00 | Master Class Series Drop-In Class: $25 | 10-Class Passes: $140.00

Adult Private Lessons:

Private lessons are available to those adults who are considered Academy students. Students who take adult classes at least once a month are considered Academy students. Please see above on the Adult Division webpage for more details. Adult private lessons may be requested up to two weeks in advance. The price of the lesson will include a studio rental fee, an administrative fee, and the faculty member’s rate for private lessons. Faculty pricing for private lessons is at the discretion of the instructor. Please contact Joffrey Reception at [email protected] to schedule a lesson or for more details. 

Pre-registration is required for all Adult Division classes. Students may register using our registration system, Club Automation, which can be found linked below. To register, log in to your account and select Register for Adult Division on the left side of the screen to view all available classes. All classes fill on a first-come, first-served basis. Registration can occur as early as 7 days in advance and up to 5 minutes before the class begins. 

Enrollment Class Series are not available for online pre-registration due to required instructor permission. Students interested in joining an enrollment class series should express interest to reception and their teacher. Once receiving permission, they may join the following week. 

The Grainger Academy of The Joffrey Ballet does not accept cash or check as a form of payment.

If you have questions about your Club Automation account or registration, please contact Joffrey Reception at [email protected]. 

Returning Students: Returning students are students who have registered for any classes before. Returning students should use their pre-existing Club Automation account to register. Any student who has taken class since 2021 already has a Club Automation account. For help with your log-in information, please reach out to Joffrey Reception.

New Students: New students will need to create a new Club Automation account to register. Please allow ample time prior to your desired class to create your new account and register. We strongly recommend creating your new account at least one business day in advance of taking your desired class. Should you need assistance in creating your account, please contact [email protected]. Our registration instructions are listed below. 

Step 1: Go to Club Automation (linked below).

Step 2: Create an Account (only if you have never been to a Joffrey Adult class before).

Step 3: Click on Register for Adult Division.

Step 4: Select desired class by clicking on Class Name or Learn More.

Step 5: Select desired day and click Sign Up.

Step 6: Click on your name in the "Sign Up" window, click Add to Cart.

Step 7: Go to cart and checkout.

Club Automation

In general, close-fitting clothing that allows the dancer to feel comfortable and allows for proper instruction is recommended. Dance attire is not required. No costumes or tutus, please. Students should wear ballet flats for ballet classes, however, socks are permitted for basic classes.

Recommended footwear and accessories:

Ballet and Keep Fit Ballet: Ballet shoes or socks

BeMoved®: Socks, ballet shoes, or jazz shoes

Contemporary: Socks or bare feet

Jazz: Jazz shoes or ballet shoes

Zena Rommett Floor Barre®: Socks, yoga mat

Adult Division Cancelation Policy

Adult students who have registered for a class in advance but are unable to attend may contact the academy and request that their class registration be canceled. Canceling registration will result in a credit in the amount of the class price being added to their account. Credits may be used towards any future registration. Credits do expire 90 days after they've been added to the account.

Adult Division Refund Policy

The Grainger Academy of The Joffrey Ballet does not offer any refunds for missed or canceled classes, withdrawal, or dismissal from the class/program. By registering for classes and programs, students agree that they are liable for the full amount indicated on any Grainger Academy materials and will adhere to any payment plans or scheduled payments put in place.

Adult Arrival/Departure Policy

We kindly ask that Adult students arrive no more than 30 minutes prior to the start of their class and leave promptly within 15 minutes of their class ending. This is to ensure the safety of all students at the Academy and the security of our buildings. 

Photos/Videos Policy

The Grainger Academy of The Joffrey Ballet does not permit photos and/or videos to be taken of any classes, students, or instructors. Exceptions include those with an active private studio rental and Observation Weeks. 

Studio Late Policy

Our classes require a proper warm-up in order to avoid injury. Therefore, either Joffrey Reception or Faculty may ask students to not participate if they arrive more than 10 minutes late. 

Pointe Work

Classes on pointe may be permitted for intermediate and advanced Adult Division students only at the discretion of the faculty and Academy Artistic Team. Pointe work will not be permitted at beginning ballet levels.

Grainger Academy Gift Cards: The Grainger Academy of The Joffrey Ballet offers digital gift cards for those wanting to give the gift of dance. Gift cards may be used on any payment at the Grainger Academy, including class tuition, private lessons, studio reservations, physical therapy sessions, merchandise, and more. Gift cards are available for purchase online through Club Automation, in-person, by email, or over the phone. Gift cards purchased online are only available in predetermined amounts. Those wanting to gift an amount different from what is available online may contact Reception to request their specific amount. Gift cards purchased online may only be applied to the account they were purchased on. To transfer the gift card, please contact Reception with the name on the account you would like the gift card to be transferred to. If the recipient does not have a Club Automation account, please make sure they create one prior to requesting the transfer. 

To use a gift card for any purchase, you must contact Reception to complete the transaction. Gift cards cannot be used to complete purchases online independently.